2007 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda NSX 2011 Cadillac CTS
Make Honda Cadillac
Model NSX CTS
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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